Bushfire warning for residents as blaze burns near Conondale

QUEENSLAND Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are currently on scene at a bushfire burning east of Conondale National Park.

Crews are monitoring the blaze which began around 4pm yesterday and is burning within inaccessible bushland.

The blaze is not threatening any property at this stage, however due to heightened fire danger conditions predicted over the coming days, the Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ) is advising residents of

Mt Kilcoy,

Sandy Creek,

Bellthorpe,

Crystal Waters,

Conondale and

Sheep Station Creek

to familiarise themselves with their bushfire survival plans.

Residents may experience a large smoke haze and are advised to keep windows and doors shut and medication on hand if suffering from a respiratory illness. Motorists are reminded to drive with caution and to conditions.

Residents who feel their property is under threat are advised to call Triple Zero (000) immediately.